Database Administrator

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and customer-focused Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for the health, performance, and reliability of database environments for a portfolio of clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing both on-premise Microsoft SQL Servers and modern Azure cloud database services.

This position requires deep technical expertise, strong analytical / problem-solving ability, and excellent client communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Database Maintenance & Health : Perform proactive and scheduled database maintenance, including index management, statistics updates, integrity checks, and patching for multiple client environments.

Performance Tuning : Continuously monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and conduct in-depth query and server tuning to ensure optimal speed and reliability for client applications.

Backup & Disaster Recovery : Design, implement, and manage robust backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups) across both on-premise and cloud platforms.

Regularly test and document recovery procedures against RTO / RPO targets.

Azure Database Administration : Administer and support a range of Azure database services, including Azure SQL Database, Managed Instances, and related PaaS offerings.

On-Premise Server Management : Manage all aspects of on-premise SQL Server instances from installation and configuration to security and decommissioning.

Client Support & Collaboration : Act as a trusted advisor for our clients.

Respond to database-related incidents and requests, provide root cause analysis, and communicate technical information clearly to stakeholders.

Automation & Efficiency : Develop and maintain PowerShell or T-SQL scripts to automate routine tasks, streamline processes, and improve operational efficiency across the client base.

Monitoring : Establish standardized monitoring dashboards and alerts (via LogicMonitor) and align thresholds to client SLAs.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience : 3-5+ years of dedicated experience as a Microsoft SQL Server DBA.

Technical Expertise : SQL Server administration, including performance tuning, T-SQL scripting, and security best practices.

(Expertise in other database systems such as Oracle, mySQL, and Postgres will be highly regarded.)

Cloud Proficiency : Hands-on experience managing and migrating databases in the Microsoft Azure cloud.

Backup & Recovery : Proven ability to design and manage comprehensive backup and disaster recovery strategies.

(Veeam, SQL Agent Jobs, etc.)

Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to manage priorities in a multi-tenant MSP environment.

Communication : Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with clients.

Preferred Qualifications

AWS Experience : Familiarity with AWS database services such as RDS or Aurora.

Certifications : Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300) or similar industry certifications.

(MSCA Database Administrator also highly regarded)

Scripting : Proficiency in PowerShell for database automation.

High Availability : In-depth experience with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups and Failover Clustering.

Data Orchestration : Experience with SSIS pipelines, Azure Data Factory or other ETL / ELT tools.

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